1. Definition of Cookies

Cookies are small text files that a website places on a user’s device when the site is visited. They are used to collect standard internet log information, visitor behavior data, and user preferences to support website functionality and enhance user experience.

Cookies do not typically identify a specific individual; however, when combined with other information, they may constitute personal data under applicable privacy legislation.

2. Purpose of Cookies

Techquila Freelancing Inc. uses cookies for the following purposes:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies – Required for the website and client portal to function properly. These include cookies that enable secure login, account management, and transaction completion.
• Performance Cookies – Collect anonymized information about how users interact with the website, assisting in optimizing site speed, usability, and navigation.
• Functionality Cookies – Remember user preferences, such as language, region, or previously selected settings, to improve overall experience.
• Analytics Cookies – Support measurement and analysis of website traffic and engagement patterns using secure third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Advertising and Retargeting Cookies – May be deployed by authorized third-party providers to deliver relevant marketing content or measure campaign effectiveness.

Each cookie category serves a specific purpose, and where consent is required by law, cookies will only be placed once consent has been obtained.

3. Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use comparable technologies such as:

• Web Beacons / Pixel Tags – Transparent images used to monitor user engagement, including email open rates and on-page interactions.
• Local Storage – Browser-based storage used for maintaining preferences or authentication tokens to facilitate a seamless user experience.

These technologies operate in compliance with the same privacy safeguards outlined in our [Privacy Policy].

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by trusted external service providers who assist in the operation, analysis, and improvement of our digital platforms.
These may include, but are not limited to, providers of analytics, hosting, and advertising services.

Each third-party provider is contractually obligated to comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws. For a current list of integrations, refer to our [Third-Party Tools & Integration Notice].

5. Managing Cookies

Users have the ability to manage or disable cookies through their web browser settings. This may include:

• Blocking cookies entirely.
• Deleting existing cookies.
• Configuring notifications before cookies are stored.

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect functionality, security, or performance of the website and client portal.

Additional cookie management tools may also be available through third-party opt-out mechanisms such as:

https://optout.aboutads.info/

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

6. Updates to This Policy

Techquila Freelancing Inc. reserves the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or internal practices. Updates will be published on this page with an amended “Last Updated” date.